The World Comes Together to Celebrate “It’s A Small World”

The infamous Disney attraction “It’s a Small World” will be celebrating its 50th birthday on April 10th. The ride was developed as a symbol of world peace, a hopeful tribute to the future that we all hope for. A world where our differences are celebrated, where people are united, and everyone can join in song together. Fifty years ago at the World’s Fair in New York, the memorable tune debuted.

The Walt Disney Company will donate $150,000 to UNICEF in honor of the 50th Anniversary! Disney and UNICEF’s long-standing relationship is based on a mission to bring hope to those less fortunate. In the spirit of charity, the organizations have created the special 50th Anniversary Celebration that will pay tribute to the history and purpose of “It’s a Small World”. The best part is, we are all invited to celebrate this milestone!

Participating in the 50th Anniversary will bring a smile to your face and help Disney and UNICEF’s efforts to bring more smiles to others. How can you help?

It’s simple. First, visit this fun website and check out the details. There, you can build your own doll and add him or her to the virtual “World”. For every doll you create, $1 will be donated to UNICEF. If dolls aren’t your thing, you can add your voice to the global sing-a-long! Record your video on the website and $1 will also be donated to UNICEF.

I might be a Disney Diva, but public singing is not my thing. So, I went and created a cute doll instead! Mine is the one with the pigtails. 🙂

The most exciting news is that on April 10th, the Disney Parks Cast Members across the world will be singing the “It’s a Small World” song together! That’s all of the information so far, but I’ll keep checking back to see if and when it will broadcast. I hope they do a special, how awesome would that be to see!

Before you go and start building your doll or recording your show-stopping solo, check out this sweet collaboration of people from all over the world singing the song. It begins with a short introduction by Richard Sherman, one of the Sherman brothers who wrote the song.

I hope you will participate in this fun and helpful cause! Check back often, I will be posting any updates on this celebration as quickly as possible!

Diva’s Gallery!

Me when I logged into my blog today after nearly a week without it. :)

Sloppy kisses from Max <3

It’s CAPTAIN Jack Sparrow.

The Beauties!

What’s this?

We’re not in Kansas anymore…

Diane Disney

A Friend Like Me!

Hello boys!

Someone does not approve.

Alice is trying to stay focused.

Happy as always.

Surrender!

“Part Of Your World”

Chilly nights ahead, bundle up!

So relaxing.

Little Wart is preparing for his future as King.

Puppy love!

The beautiful horses on Cinderella’s Carousel.

This horse has got a mission!

Such a diva!

The cuteness!!!

Rapunzel must get some serous bird nests!

Do you want to know a secret?

Love these two!

What and Angry Bird!

Goofy and Wilbur, 1939.

No Cheating!

Yipee!

Way to ruin my point!

This picture makes me so happy :)

He always makes me laugh!

Patriotic Mickey!

Prince Charming from Cinderella

What’s over there?

Whoa.

Mulan rocks!

Camping Out!

Hey, good looking ;)

Happy Birthday!

Everybody Mambo!

I agree, Wendy, but we all have too. All children do… except one.

Jodi Benson play the secretary.

Wicked evil, or is there more to the story…

Some days, I can totally relate.

Poor Simba. I know what a diet change is like. Hakuna Matata!

Flora, Fauna, and Merryweather

Got that, Pacha?!

Evil Jafar sketch!

Daddy’s girl!

Aaw how adorable :)

It’s still sad…

I wish Dug’s speak collar was real :(

So focused!

Goooooodbyyeeeee (for now)

The coolest Aunt!

It just makes sense!

Ta-dah!

The dogs are so very attentive. Wonder what’s on TV?

Mmm looks good!

The Fox and the Hound

Meeko’s a goofball!

I’m so popular!

Splash Mountain.

Meh…

Instead of roses, we threw him dogs bones for his #1 win!

That’s the guy we love!

Tarzan and Jane have so much in common!

A [dead] boy and his dog!

Ashamed!

Wart’s reprise in ‘The Fox and the Hound.” Interesting!

Mirror, mirror…

Bambi’s got the need for speed!

It is the happiest cruise!

Whaddya mean, creepy?!

Happy Summer!

Best friends for life!

They need to work together.

Walt won’t give up. Travers won’t give in.

Right in the feels :(

Exasperated because all I want to do is blog all day, and I can’t!

The Divalicious Miss Piggy!

They work so well together. It was meant to be!

I don’t get it.

Mice and cheese, a perfect pairing.

I wouldn’t mind going to work with these two.

Buster helps the escape!

Prince Naveen from The Princess and the Frog

The Prince from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs

The happiest bunch!

Caught Ya!

Moana… coming soon!

So dramatic.

Ch-ch-ch-chip and Dale!

The originals!

So interesting…

Huh?

Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum

Favorite toy :)

Sisters!

Me on Friday night.

Whaddya think?

It’s okay, it’s safe.

Tramp is bored.

The newest Muppet, Walter, is also a world-class whistler!

Poor Flounder. He can hardly keep up with the adventurous Ariel!

THE LION GUARD – The epic storytelling of Disney’s “The Lion King” continues with “The Lion Guard: Return of the Roar,” a primetime television movie event starring Rob Lowe, Gabrielle Union and James Earl Jones, reprising his iconic role as Mufasa. Premiering this November on Disney Channel, the movie follows Kion, the second-born cub of Simba and Nala, as he assumes the role of leader of the Lion Guard, a team of animals tasked with preserving the Pride Lands. “The Lion Guard” television series will premiere in early 2016 on Disney Channels and Disney Junior channels around the globe. (Disney Junior) FULI, KION, ONO , BESHTE, BUNGA

Oh, the inconsistency!

Reading to his friend.

Soups on!

Love!

These cats know how to jam!

Mickey <3

Mulan is shocked by the rudeness!

You’re gunna hear me rooooar!

My daughter, odd?

Hello, new family, I’m home!

Ray is always there to help you find your way.

I want adventure!

Life may imitate art, but this scene is taken directly from Walt Disney’s true actions.

I’m shocked too, buddy.

You never really know if you should trust the Cheshire Cat.

What a wonderful phrase.

The scared Captain!

Flynn Rider from Tangled

The original Disney Diva!

You know what he’s saying without even saying it!

Disney and his Mouse.

<3

Mary Poppins must throw some awesome parties.

And I’ll huff, and I’ll puff…

Comfy cozy and oh-so cuddly!

Wow!

Flower & Garden Festival

Terrifying and spooky!

Maggie (center) is one tough cow!

I’ve been in Max’s “seat”, when parents were oh-so-embarrassing. But I’m slowly making my way to Goofy’s side, unable to contain my Disney dorkness!!

Where do the humans sit?

Tiana – HARD WORK PAYS OFF

This Frozen group is looking good!

Busy with the TV.

“Hello!”

Aloha Oe

The best friends!

Oh, please.

Oh Wendy, have fun in Neverland!

Be careful when talking to Kaa!

Jesse isn’t impressed.

Pooh Bear and Piglet

We won!

Disney and Travers

Walt Disney looking on.

That’s more like it!

Such a character!

Elsa – “DON’T HIDE WHO YOU ARE”

The King of Fools!

Pups in love!

Bruce is pretty intimidating!

Walking through the forest.

The Muppet Babies are so cute!

Mmm… hunny!

The seaweed is always greener…

Puppet Master.

Maximum looks angry.

Sing it!

The best friends!

Who gives the best advice?

Alice looks like she has something to say!

First day of school, I was not that excited!

Under Pressure!

*Whistle*

Scary Scud!

Dippy Dawg debut in 1932.

I’m all set for tea, thanks!

Yuck!

Cinderella – KINDNESS IS ALWAYS REWARDED

The mysterious Donna Duck.

Painting the wooden boy.

Charlotte is such a diva, and I love her for it!

Fantasia!

Billy and his Monsters.

Baloo and Mowgli.

Go Tarzan! Whip around the jungle like you mean it!

He has some good advice!

Poor Mickey, feel better!

It’s a wild world, Nemo.

Pooh and Piglet!

A little guidance is always appreciated!

Prince Philip from Sleeping Beauty

Always Let Your Conscience Be Your Guide!

Jock and Trusty are old pals.

Even as the times (and styles) change, Mickey is never without his Pluto!

Going my way?

Nervous much?

Daddy’s Girl

WDW trains bring great memories!

Donald and Daisy are so in love!

This cute take on the classy “Hollywood and Vine” restaurant.

Trouble comes in… threes?

Kronk is so sweet. A little out-there, but… talented!

How adorable can you get!

Say it ain’t so!

“It’s hard to beat perfection.”

Just hanging around with my buddy…

Sorry Sophie McShera – I think you’re adorable, but this was not my favorite of you at all. :(

Gideon is so bashful :)

Huh?

Boo!

Mickey is a wonderful dancer!

Heh…

Lambert, the Sheepish Lion!

Tra la la little Figaro.

Part of your World!

Fired up!

Hooray!

Keep watching, Pascal. No need to be embarrassed.

Share!

Jiminy is tired of waiting.

Be prepared!

Proof that Timon is a great friend.

Grumpy…

The fabulous Muses!

Come on, Mulan, chime in!

Play? Can we? Can we!

That’s amore!

Talespine – Woo ooo!

Mike and Boo!

I’d like to swim in that!

Rapunzel – “LIVE YOUR LIFE”

You’re #1!

The Frozen group.

Always together forever.

The studio!

But I be done seen about everything, when I see an elephant fly.

Be strong!

Reindeer are better than people, Sven?

Maleficent is super creepy.

Huh?

Shang from Mulan

Ariel – “FOLLOW YOUR HEART”

If Kuzco was a girl and that building model was my D23 card, this would be an accurate picture of me!

Ralph is a softie!

Oooh

Best friends forever!

Mary and Bert.

Outburst – and then a small dose of denial.

Jasmine – “BEAUTY IS ONLY SKIN DEEP”

Chimney sweeping is fun!

Evil smirk.

Port Orleans is hopping!

What?!

Girls Talk to Much.

How cute is playful, happy Bolt?!

You can teach this dog new trick!

“They just can’t get my nose right!” Flynn, worry more about the fact that you’re on a WANTED poster!

Mulan – FAMILY IS NUMBER ONE

Furry baby.

Crying helps sometimes.

THANK YOU!

Oh, goodie.

He’s got a plan.

Honest Abe!

This is the picture of happiness.

Kevin’s a…girl?

Prince Eric from The Little Mermaid

Aladdin

Mickey at Fantasmic

Stop and smell the roses, Ferdinand!

Yay teamwork!

Aurora is the quintessential princess!

Hanging with his pup!

Do you see it?

Nom nom nom…

Skipper John Lasseter!

Pleeeease!

Poor Mulan!

Pluto!

Gotta love Goofy!

The Lion King!

Goofy alien!

Ms. Tilly in the sunrise!

CINDERELLA

My favorite!

John Smith from Pocahontas

Ray is the best guide!

Helpful Little Brother.

Mushu is the friend you never knew you needed.

Everything the light touches….

Nala – “BE STRONG”

The brothers with Walt Disney.

Alpha… scary.

Emno kid is sad.

Sidekick!

Belle – BE YOURSELF

Here’s an added bonus: This clip was Walt Disney’s all time favorite piece of animation. This was drawn by Marc Davis, one of Disney’s Nine Old Men.